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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:29:18
B2c Defends Collective Licensing As Uganda's Music Royalties Debate Intensifies
[Nile Post] The B2C Entertainment Group has defended the collective licensing model for music royalties, warning that misconceptions around the system risk undermining Uganda's music industry at a critical stage of its growth.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:29:18
Sseggona Warns Against 'Politics of Suspicion', Urges Rule of Law
[Nile Post] Busiro East Member of Parliament Medard Lubega Sseggona has raised concerns over what he described as a growing "politics of suspicion" within Uganda's opposition, warning that internal mistrust and disregard for legal processes risk undermining democratic credibility.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:29:19
Elevating Medicine Use Through Pharmacists' Expertise
[Nile Post] Pharmacists continue to play a critical but often under-recognised role in safeguarding patient safety and promoting the appropriate use of medicines in modern healthcare systems.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:29:19
Nakalema Vows Crackdown On Fraud Networks Targeting Investors, Public
[Nile Post] The head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Edith Nakalema, has vowed a sweeping crackdown on fraud networks, warning that authorities are moving to dismantle what she described as an extensive chain of criminals exploiting unsuspecting Ugandans.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:29:20
Who Is Eligible to Receive Zakat Al-Fitr This Eid?
[Nile Post] With Eid al-Fitr just days away, Islamic scholars are reminding Muslims that Zakat al-Fitr must be given to those who are truly eligible, emphasizing that the poor and needy should receive priority before the holiday celebrations.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:29:20
VP Alupo Calls for Cross-Border Unity, Women's Land Rights in Pastoralismb
[Nile Post] Vice President Jessica Alupo has called for stronger regional cooperation, women's empowerment, and policy reforms to transform pastoralist communities across Africa.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:29:21
Mitooma Officials Accused of Selling Government Jobs Released On Bond
[Nile Post] Four senior officials from Mitooma District who were arrested over allegations of selling government jobs have been released on bond as investigations continue.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:29:21
Surge in Mental Health Cases Hits Uganda's Children Hard, Says Butabika Ed
[Nile Post] Mental health cases in Uganda have surged by 71% over the past four years, with children and adolescents disproportionately affected, according to the Executive Director of Butabika National Referral Hospital, Dr. Juliet Nakku.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:29:22
Regional Auditions for Miss Climate Change Awareness Uganda Conclude Ahead of National Finals
[Nile Post] The search for Uganda's next climate ambassadors gained momentum this week with the successful conclusion of regional auditions for Miss Climate Change Awareness Uganda, an initiative organized by Africa Tourism and Environment Initiatives in partnership with the Ministry of Water and Environment.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:29:22
Kiruddu Hospital Reports Surge in Diabetes Cases, Calls for Increased Awareness and Screening
[Nile Post] The Executive Director of Kiruddu National Referral Hospital, Dr. Charles Kabugo, has expressed concern over the increasing incidence of diabetes in Uganda, revealing that every Wednesday, between 10 to 15 new cases are diagnosed at the hospital's specialized clinics.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:29:23
Tanga Odoi Urges Opposition to Strengthen Domestic Leadership
[Nile Post] The Chairperson of the National Resistance Movement Electoral Commission, Tanga Odoi, has called on Uganda's opposition leaders to prioritise domestic political engagement, warning that prolonged absence from the country could weaken opposition structures.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:46:47
Kansai Plascon - Backed Eica Holi Festival in Kampala Blends Music, Cancer Awareness
[Nile Post] Music, culture, and a shared commitment to social impact came together at Kampala Parents School as the East Indian Cultural Association (EICA) hosted its annual Holi musical festival, a two-day celebration held as part of the wider Holi festivities in Kampala.
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Creators Must Be Paid for Their Work - Joel Isabirye
[Nile Post] Seasoned media consultant Joel Isabirye has stressed the need for fair compensation for creators, arguing that digital platforms and broadcasters have both moral and economic obligations to share revenue generated from creative content.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:46:48
NRM's Awich Pollar Defends Security Deployment During Elections
[Nile Post] The Director for External Affairs of the ruling National Resistance Movement, Awich Pollar, has defended the heavy security deployment witnessed across Uganda during the recently concluded general elections, saying it was intended to maintain order rather than interfere with the electoral process.
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Rachael Magoola Calls for Broader Copyright Protection Beyond Music
[Nile Post] Veteran musician and Chairperson of the Uganda Parliamentary Forum for Creative Industries (UGAPAFOCI), Rachael Magoola, has urged policymakers to recognise the wider scope of Uganda's creative economy, noting that music accounts for only a small fraction of the sector.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:46:50
Court of Appeal Suspends Convictions of Civilians Tried By Army Court
[Nile Post] The Court of Appeal in Kampala has suspended the conviction and sentences of two men previously found guilty of murder and aggravated robbery of a hardware in Masaka City.
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